Tag: Disney
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‘Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special’ – Made for Fans by Fans
It’s hard to believe that it has been 20 years since Hannah Montana debuted. Nevertheless, 20 years later, Miley Cyrus revisited the role that brought her into the spotlight on the Disney Channel and continues to be beloved by fans. The making of the Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special was a labor of love. It…
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New Structure Goes Vertical in Fantasyland at Disneyland
A new structure is going vertical in Fantasyland at The Happiest Place on Earth! It is being built right next to Edelweiss Snacks. This comes after the Disneyland Resort filed a permit for the space in November. The permit includes a new walk-up service window, a 518-square-foot outdoor dining structure, and a 169-square-foot shade canopy.…
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Disneyland’s Monorail and Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin Reopening Date Revealed
The Monorail and Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin have both been closed for a refurbishment, but will soon reopen. This comes as the Disneyland Resort continues its efforts to refurbish attractions proactively in an effort to keep them reliable and open for guests to experience. According to the Disneyland website, both attractions will be opening on…
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Walt Disney Imagineering Provides Behind-the-Scenes Look at Disney Lakeshore Lodge, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in New Video
Walt Disney Imagineering has released a video from a new series. Called Pardon Our Pixie Dust, this video (and series) will take a look behind the scenes at some of the projects that Walt Disney Imagineering is bringing to life. This episode takes a look at Disney Lakeshore Lodge, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The…
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Disney Debt | DISNEY THIS DAY | April 25, 1961
On this day in 1961, Disney officially paid off the last of the multimillion-dollar loans the company had accumulated during its formative decades. Starting in the 1930s, Walt Disney appealed to Bank of America for the high-risk financial backing he needed to finish ‘Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.’ Again in the 1950s, Walt turned…
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New Bluey Merchandise Coming to Disney Parks
Earlier this spring, Bluey’s Best Day Ever! arrived at the Disneyland Resort. When it arrived in the Fantasyland Theatre at Disneyland, it was accompanied by a limited collection of Bluey merchandise. This will soon be changing, however. Disney has announced that more Bluey-inspired merchandise will be coming to Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World Resort, and…
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The Walt Disney Family Museum Hosting May the 4th ‘Star Wars’ Screening Paired with Skywalker Vineyards
The Walt Disney Family Museum is hosting another Perfect Pairing event. This time, it will be on May 4th, or Star Wars Day. Appropriately enough, the film being screened that day will be Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope (1977). The film will be paired with wine pours from Star Wars creator George Lucas’…
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Virtual Queue to Be Utilized for May the 4th Shopping at Walt Disney World Resort
May the 4th, or Star Wars Day, is always a fun day to celebrate for fans of a galaxy far, far away. Along with watching movies, visiting theme parks, and dressing in Star Wars-inspired outfits, it is also a great day to shop. Every year, new merchandise is revealed as a part of this celebration.…
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Star Wars Merchandise: ‘Now This is Podracing!’
Star Wars Day is almost here. In a little over a week, Star Wars from around the galaxy will be celebrating May the 4th, or Star Wars Day. Disney has been revealing a variety of Star Wars releases throughout the month. Today, it’s all about Podracing! While almost all the collections revealed throughout April have…
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The Brewers of The Garden View Lounge – Tea Experience
The Garden View Lounge – Tea Experience is reopening. This is being led by a cast member named Amber who has been with Disney for 15 years. She started her Disney journey in the Disney College Program. Now, she is helping brew a magical experience for guests with The Garden View Lounge – Tea Experience.…
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Plaza Inn at Disneyland Offering Father’s Day Brunch Buffet
Plaza Inn is a fantastic place to eat on a regular basis. For holidays, it can get even more magical. For both Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, the restaurant at the end of Main Street, U.S.A., will be offering a brunch buffet for those who want to celebrate with delicious food and some favorite Disney…
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Toy Story: Animated StoryBook | DISNEY THIS DAY | April 24, 1996
On this day in 1996, the ‘Toy Story: Animated StoryBook’ video game was released. Published by Disney Interactive, this series of CD-ROM games brought kids aged 4-8 into the world of their favorite 1990s Disney and Pixar films. For ‘Toy Story,’ a 15-page interactive digital storybook was narrated by Hamm and mirrored the story of…
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Disney Reveals New Poster for Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run with the Mandalorian and Grogu
May 22nd will be a day long remembered by Star Wars fans. Not only will The Mandalorian and Grogu arrive in theaters. Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run will be receiving new missions and destinations. These new adventures will also include the Mandalorian and Grogu! This comes a month after the timeline expansion happens in Star Wars:…
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Disney and Pixar’s ‘Hoppers’ Home Release Dates Revealed!
Disney and Pixar’s Hoppers will soon be available for fans to watch from the comfort of their own homes. Today it was announced that the film will be arriving digitally on April 28th. This will be followed by a 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD release on June 2nd. In both cases, there will be…
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Geek Eats: Disney Parks May the 4th Food Guide
May the 4th, or Star Wars Day, is almost upon us! This year, there are quite a few Star Wars inspired food, beverages, and even novelties to be enjoyed by Star Wars fans of all ages. These offerings will be found in theme parks at the Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World Resort, and even Disneyland…
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Disney Cruise Line and Port of San Diego Announce Extension of Homeport Partnership Through 2031
The Disney Cruise LIne and the Port of San Diego announced an extension to their partnership through at least 2031. This will see a doubling of annual sailing by Disney from the port each year. This will give guests even more opportunities to embark on magical vacations with visits to Catalina Island, Baja and the…
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Cruising the Disney Magic: A Western Caribbean Review from Galveston
Join Mr. Daps and Johnny for a deep dive into the world of Disney Cruise Line! In this episode, we are reporting back from a seven-night Western Caribbean cruise aboard the Disney Magic. Whether you are a seasoned sailor or planning your very first voyage, we’re breaking down what makes the very first ship in…
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A Table is Waiting | DISNEY THIS DAY | April 23, 2011
On this day in 2011, “A Table is Waiting” became a permanent stage show at Tokyo DisneySea. The food-themed show first ran in 2008 for a limited time, but then returned as part of the 10th anniversary celebration. Lumiere hosted a banquet of musical flavors, featuring the cuisines of Mexico, India, the U.S., Japan, and…
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Kenai and Koda From ‘Brother Bear’ Appear in Disney California Adventure for Earth Day
Today is Earth Day! To celebrate this special day, Kenai and Koda have made a surprise appearance in Disney California Adventure. The duo of bears could be seen near the Grizzly River Run Water Wheel. Guests were quite excited to see the bears (no, not the Country Bears) make an appearance for Earth Day. Friend of Daps…
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Celebrate Earth Day with Living with the Land
April 22 is Earth Day, and there are many ways to celebrate this special day. Conservation efforts continue to take place around the world, and especially at Walt Disney World as Disney’s Animal Kingdom opened on Earth Day in 1998. While Animal Kingdom may be the focus for Earth Day every year, EPCOT can also…
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Celebrate Mother’s Day at Disneyland’s Plaza Inn!
May 10th is Mother’s Day. This is a special day at the Disneyland Resort. Often, carnations are handed out to mothers as they enter Disneyland and Disney California Adventure. For those who want to add even more magic for mom on Mother’s Day, Plaza Inn will be offering a Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet. This will…
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Star Wars and CHOC Stars – GEEKS CORNER #812
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week is stellar in the corner! The geeks have plenty to geek out about. The “toy box” is officially open on Batuu! We’re breaking down the latest news from the galaxy, including the return of legendary heroes like Luke, Leia, and Han Solo to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Plus, we…
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GUIDE: Transferring Badges for D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event
D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event will soon be upon us. Ahead of the arrival of this ultimate Disney get-together, there is the opportunity to transfer badges from one name to another. Badges can be transferred to other members of the purchaser’s party, now through July 10, 2026, at 8:59 p.m. PT. The badges will…
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Earth Day at Walt Disney World | DISNEY THIS DAY | April 22, 1996
On this day in 1996, the ‘Earth Day at Walt Disney World’ TV special aired on the Disney Channel. Dana Delany and Ed Begley, Jr. hosted the one-hour program that promoted ways families could protect the environment. Then-Vice President Al Gore introduced the show, and a variety of celebrities like John Travolta, Ted Danson, Kristie…